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Durham Technical Community College

Durham Technical Community College

Durham, NC, USA
Public
2 Year

Overview

Durham Technical Community College is a 2-year institution with seven campuses in North Carolina’s Research Triangle. Durham Tech offers over 100 degree and certificate programs in 18 academic departments. The college’s Interpretation/Translation program confers Community Spanish Interpreter diplomas with medical and public service concentrations. Durham Tech also provides multicultural opportunities outside the classroom including a campus Center for the Global Learner which provides a common space for students from international backgrounds.

Average Net Price:
$7,159
Campus Setting:
Major city

Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$7,159
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Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$2,290
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$7,666
Additional Costs
Books and Supplies
$1300
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$1,927
$30k - $48k
$1,907
$48k - $75k
$3,455
$75k - $110k
$6,468
$110k+
$9,730
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Aid & Grants

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
30%
Average Aid Per Year
$7,074
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
30%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,136
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$984

 

Students receiving state aid
37%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$1708
Students receiving federal aid
70%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,136

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
7%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,753
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$9,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$136
Students receiving federal loans
7%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$6,753

 

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Public
  • Not for Profit
  • Coed

Need Aware

This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
2 Year
Campus Setting
Major city

Admissions Requirements

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No
Test Optional
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No
SAT Subject Tests
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Yes
AP Course Credit
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Yes
Dual Enrollment
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Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Fall Regular DecisionJune 15

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
98%
Students Enrolled By Household Income

< $30k
23
$30k - $48k
15
$48k - $75k
10

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Associate's
Total Number of Students
4,294
Total Number of Undergrads
4,294
Student:Faculty Ratio
6:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Semester

Non Traditional Learning
  • Online Classes
  • Online Undergrad Degrees
  • Summer Sessions
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
39

Faculty Overview

Gender
Male
Female
Ethnicity

African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
38%
62%
Residency
In-State Students
98%
Size of Town
Major city
Countries Represented
Ethnicity
African American
31%
Asian/Pacific Islander
5%
Hispanic
20%
White
31%
Multiracial
4%
Unknown
5%
Percent of First Generation Students
42%
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
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No
On Campus Women's Center
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No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
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No

Housing

On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No

Athletics

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
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No
24-HR escort safety rides
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Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
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No

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$31,800
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$9,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$136
The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. The classes are fast paced. Small class sizes.
Jasmine from Durham, NC
Over all great school based on the instructors. The administration needs improvement as they don't seem to care about students in general. Durham tech offers great programs and the instructors are usually great
Anthony from Graham, NC
Durham Tech is very organized.
The staff is helpful.
The teachers are there to help.
Kristen from Durham, NC